1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1993 Toyota Lexcen

To start off, 1993 Toyota Lexcen is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Lexcen. (174 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Lexcen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 160 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Toyota Lexcen (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Ferrari 250 GT 1993 Toyota Lexcen
Make Ferrari Toyota
Model 250 GT Lexcen
Year Released 1959 1993
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2952 cc 3791 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 238 HP 174 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 262 Nm 295 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1200 kg 1360 kg
Vehicle Length 4980 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2740 mm


 

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